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		<title>How to make the most of metro transit</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:19:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>thehair</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Paul VanHevel Copy Editor How can Metro Transit more efficiently cater to the individuals who rely on its services? It’s whether or not buses will arrive on time that has become the focal point of discussion amongst students commuting to and from campus. Some delay is to be expected when inclement weather or rush hour [...]]]></description>
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		<title>A quick lesson from a grammar guru</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:18:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>thehair</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Nora Strehl Editor-in-Chief There appears to be something amiss among young writers today, and I’m here to smash it to smithereens.  The issue, my friends, is the misuse, and apparent dislike, of pronouns.  Who cares about grammar? Well, you should! How you write makes a strong impression on your working relationships.  I might be one [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Editor’s Choice: Super Bowl Favorites</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 17:29:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>njstrehl</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Chicken Wings: One-dozen wings, fried in a pan until crisp.  Add favorite sauce and two tablespoons of melted butter to a separate bowl. Drop wings in and toss until coated.-Adam Roberts, Sports Editor Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts: One can water chestnuts. One-half pound of bacon. Wrap chestnuts with bacon. Put toothpicks through them. Put in [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Letter to the Editor: Spreading innovation on campus</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:24:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ajcoop</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dear Editor, In 2010 WMU’s student body voted to put in place what would soon be a monumental achievement, the $8 student sustainability fee. The extreme foresight in understanding the importance and need for providing the funding of campus sustainability improvement should be commended. Now the issue lies solely in the hands of the students. [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Rock the vote!</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:22:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ajcoop</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[By Nora Strehl Editor-In-Chief As we progress into the new year, and get back into the school groove, we need to start thinking about how important it is to make sure that our voices are heard this primary season! The 2012 primary is right around the corner and the deadline to register to vote is [...]]]></description>
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		<title>WMU unhindered by inclement weather</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:19:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ajcoop</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[By Paul VanHevel Copy Editor As the semester progresses and students endure the remaining winter months it’s likely the weather will not warrant university closure. “University officials begin monitoring weather conditions early in the event when a significant snowfall is predicted.  Our grounds crews are out (often in the middle of the night) gauging the [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Pro-bullying legislation passed in Michigan</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 18:51:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LynnHodorek</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Kelly Mason Staff Reporter  Matt Epling was a bright teenager who had a quirky sense of humor. He was creative, talented, intelligent and loved the outdoors. In eighth grade, he was voted to have the best smile, the best personality and most likely to become an actor. On his last day in middle school, he [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Letter to the Editor: advice for future teachers</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 15:44:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>ashiner</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dear Editor, This letter is to students considering teaching as a future profession.  I am a retired teacher who taught in Michigan public schools for 26 years.  You should be aware of a side of education in this state that your professors are unlikely to disclose. You must understand that you, as a teacher, are [...]]]></description>
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		<title>New semester, new year, new Herald</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 15:43:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>ashiner</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Nora Strehl Editor-in-Chief Welcome back! I hope everyone’s break was as food and family-oriented as mine was.  A new year is upon us, and that means new attitudes, new perspectives and positive change.  Here at the Western Herald we are taking full advantage of these opportunities. Starting Thursday, Jan. 12, we will no longer be [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Editorial: Does Bronco Express slow students down?</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 15:41:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>ashiner</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Bronco Express is conveniently located in the Bernhard Center, yet the communication, signage and welcoming gestures leave something to be desired.  It’s hard to part with money from $300 to $4,000 or more as a student.  It’s hard to come by.  And being comfortable, like sitting might make it easier to hand it over, rather [...]]]></description>
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